1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2005 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Bristol 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2005 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 403 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
